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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice: A Quick and Comforting One-Pan Meal

Irresistibly Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice Bliss

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice: A Quick and Comforting One-Pan Meal that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large shrimp Peeled and deveined for quicker cooking
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is a must for robust taste
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can substitute with ghee or vegan butter
  • 1 cup Cream or Half-and-Half Heavy cream gives a richer texture
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for nutty depth
Extras
  • 0.25 cup Herbs (Parsley or Thyme) Use fresh for the best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Optional, for balancing acidity
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Warm and fluffy, serves as the base

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw and pat dry the shrimp. Season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, then remove from skillet.
  3. Lower heat to medium, add remaining butter, sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in cream and parmesan, simmer until thick.
  4. Return shrimp to skillet, toss to coat in sauce. Heat through for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Serve warm rice topped with shrimp and sauce, garnish with herbs or lemon zest.

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp; they should turn pink and opaque. Always use fresh garlic for the best flavor.